The Great Leader - Mustafa Kemal Atatürk [ 1881 - 193∞ ] 10th november

Day 1,450, 15:23 • Published in USA Turkey • by captain33



The name of Atatürk reminds mankind of the historical accomplishments of one of the greatest men of this century: His leadership gave inspiration to the Turkish nation, farsightedness in the understanding of the modern world, and courage and power as a military leader. It is without a doubt that another example can not be shown indicating greater successes than the birth of the Turkish Republic, and ever since then Atatürk's and Turkey's broad and deep reforms undertaken, as well as the confidence of a nation in itself.

John F. KENNEDY, President of the United States of America
Washington D.C., November 10, 1963 on the 25th Commemoration of Ataturk's death



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He was a soldier-statesman, one of the greatest leaders of our era. He ensured that Turkey got its rightful place among the most advanced nations of the world. He has given to Turks the sense of self-confidence and endurance to the Turks, that forms the foundation stone of a nation's greatness. I take great pride in being one of Atatürk's loyal friends.

General Douglas MACARTHUR, Commander-in-Chief of the Far East Forces, U.S.A.


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In connection with the permanent memorial facility for Kemal Atatürk, I take pride in presenting my congratulations to Turkey. Your great country that is advancing on the course that he demonstrated has obtained very significant successes. This ceremony that is being held to commemorate the memory of Atatürk, the architect of progress and Turkish unity, is a very appropriate respect to a person who became a source of inspiration to free peoples throughout the world.

Dwight D. Eisenhower, President of the United States of America
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During a conversation with the Foreign Affairs Minister of the Soviet Union, Litvinov, I asked him who was, according to him, the most valuable and remarkable statesman of Europe. He replied that, the most valuable and interesting leader in the world was the President of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.

Franklin D. ROOSEVELT (U.S. President, 192😎
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My sorrow is that, it is no longer possible to fulfill my strong wish to meet this great man.

Franklin D. ROOSEVELT (U.S. President, 10 November 1963)

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One of the most talented leaders of the after war period.

New York Times

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From the stage of the world passed one of the most attentive and attractive men of history.

Chicago Tribune

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He had an embracing-like extraordinary leadership strength. He was vigilant, energetic, and intelligent.

Gladys Baker (Reporter)



The death of Atatürk, who saved Turkey during the war and revived the Turkish nation, is not only a loss for his country, but it is also a great loss for Europe. The sincere tears that people from all classes have shed, are nothing more then the true reflection of this great man - the Father of the modern Turkey.

The sincere tears shed after him by all classes of people is nothing other than an appropriate manifestation to this great hero and modern Turkey's Ata.

Winston CHURCHILL, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (193😎


anyway;

i dont want to talk about war but i think you should know his reforms in Turkey;

1. Political Reforms

The Sultanate was abolished (1st November 1922)
The Republic was declared (29 October 1923)
Abolishment of the caliph (3 March 1924)

2. Social Reforms

Recognition of equal rights of men and women (1926 - 1934). The legal position of women and their place in society in the new republic was greatly improved (for example the active and passive voting right at national and local elections).
Reform of Headgear and Dress (25 November 1925)
Closure of mausoleums and dervish lodges, closing of sacred tombs as places of worship. (30 November 1925)
The surname law(21 June 1934)
Adoption of the solar calendar and changing Friday (the Moslem holy day) into a weekday and Sunday becoming the official day of rest of the week (1925)
International numeric system was introduced. ( 192😎
Adoption of international hours and measurements (1925 - 1931)
The nicknames and personal titles were abolished (26 November 1934)

3. Legal Reforms

Abolishment of the religious courts (1924 - 1937)
Implementation of secular law structure nationwide by adoption of Turkish Civil Code and Swiss civil laws (1924 - 1937). Penal Statute Book and the Trade Law Book were also introduced.
The liberation of the women of Turkey by giving them political and social rights.
a) Rights brought with "Medeni Kanun" (Civilized Law) (1926)
b) Rights for women to be elected for the parliament.

4. Reforms in the fields of education and culture

Unification of education. Abolition of Medreses, renovations of school programs according to contemporary and national needs, opening of new universities. (3 March 1924)
Adoption of new Turkish alphabet and purification of Turkish language from foreign words (1 November 192😎
Establishment of Turkish Language and History Institutions (1931 - 1932)
Regulation of the university education (31 May 1933)
Innovations in fine arts

5. Economic Reforms

Abolition of tithe
Encouragement of the farmers
Establishment of model farms
Establishment of industrial facilities, and putting into effect a law for Incentives for the Industry
Putting into effect Ist and IInd Development Plans (1933-1937), to develop transportation networks

""PEACE AT HOME;PEACE IN THE WORLD"" M. Kemal Atatürk

captain33
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